Frost Advisory Issued For Johnston County Overnight

Temperatures Could Dip Into Mid-30s

JOHNSTON COUNTY – Residents are being advised to protect sensitive outdoor plants as temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-30s overnight, bringing the possibility of frost across Johnston County.

The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a Frost Advisory from 1 a.m. until 8 a.m. Tuesday, November 10, for Johnston County and much of central North Carolina.

Forecasters say temperatures could fall into the mid-30s, allowing frost to develop, particularly in sheltered and low-lying areas.

Frost could damage or kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if plants are left unprotected.

Residents are encouraged to cover tender plants or move potted plants indoors before temperatures drop overnight.

The advisory also includes neighboring Wake, Harnett, Wayne and Wilson counties.

Despite the chilly start Tuesday morning, temperatures are expected to rebound into the lower 70s during the afternoon under sunny skies.

The National Weather Service says another period of below-normal temperatures could bring more widespread frost or freezing conditions next weekend into early next week.

Residents should continue monitoring weather forecasts for updates as colder weather approaches.